during periods when your body produces lower amounts of cortisol can help boost energy levels and focus, Comer told us. Since our cortisol levels are highest in the morning after waking up and drop after about three hours, a coffee later in the morning may be more beneficial.
People often experience a spike in cortisol after meals, followed by a drop — that's when you're hit by the classic workday slump, she said. This is when your afternoon cup will come in handy. Comer said spacing out the caffeine content this way helps prevent overlap and overload of caffeine, which can lead to the jitters — but it's not a foolproof method for feeling good. Understanding your caffeine sensitivities is a key part of discovering your perfect regimen.
Comer added that consuming coffee on an empty stomach can increase the rate of absorption vs. drinking coffee with a balanced meal that's high in protein and fiber. Opting for a sugary brew can cause a sudden spike and crash in blood sugars, too, which may bring on jitters. Don't forget that soda, energy drinks, tea, and chocolate also contain caffeine — and consuming more than
of caffeine per day may cause an upset stomach, nausea, an increased heartbeat, or heart palpitations., it may be challenging to reorganize my indulging schedule, but it seems well worth the small price.
I normally have it in the morning and just after lunch but no more after that.